Trying to connect XTool P2 camera in LightBurn?

[jbwjim (Jim Curnow)]

Trying to connect XTool P2 camera in LightBurn and the only camera that shows up is the one for FaceTime on my MBP. Please Help

[jkwilborn (Jack Wilborn)]

At the xTool P2 site, when using Lightburn they state…

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Currently, the camera and auto-focus functions are not supported by LightBurn. You need to perform framing to preview the processing area and manually input the material thickness.

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[MetouDesign (Daniel K)]

Sadly this feature is no supported for now. As @jkwilborn stated, this is the only way as for the moment.

I’m thinking of returning my P2 because it’s simply useless to have bought a almost 7k package when the main features aren’t included in the software they state to support (but don’t!)

[jkwilborn (Jack Wilborn)]

Sorry about that…

What I find is there are lots of items we purchase from the Chinese that we sans information, such as schematics. We can’t even really trust the published specification.

I think with the way relations are now between China and the western world, I doubt it will get better…

A friend of mine in California has a commercial fiber, a MOPA like mine… I paid ~$7k for mine, his cost him $70k. Of course, when a problem arises it gets fixed very quickly…

Good luck… let us know how it works out.

[nick222 (nick tab)]

What about this, has anyone tried to use this??
Here is a solution until/if official cam support for the P2 is included

XTOOL P2 Questions

I have just bought an XTOOL P2 and had intended to use it with Lightburn. It is my first laser. XCS seems kind of limited with its SVG and DXF file-handling, but maybe that’s just me still climbing the learning curve. But in any event Lightburn seems considerably more feature-ful, e.g. with kerf control. I have a couple of questions. For the times when a camera is helpful, I assume I could just add a Lightburn camera? It’s a shame that the already available camera(s) can’t be used, but I gat…

GitHub - myktmcmo/P2Controller

[nick222 (nick tab)]

XTOOL P2 Questions

I have just bought an XTOOL P2 and had intended to use it with Lightburn. It is my first laser. XCS seems kind of limited with its SVG and DXF file-handling, but maybe that’s just me still climbing the learning curve. But in any event Lightburn seems considerably more feature-ful, e.g. with kerf control. I have a couple of questions. For the times when a camera is helpful, I assume I could just add a Lightburn camera? It’s a shame that the already available camera(s) can’t be used, but I gat…

[bglenden (Brian Glendenning)]

It’s probably great, but I have a Mac and it’s a PC only thing.

[andrewlewis (AndrewL)]

I contacted Lightburn last week and they are planning to release a native P2 version after the holidays - I would assume this will address the cameras.

[townsenk (Keith Townsend)]

That would be a welcome update.

[MetouDesign (Daniel K)]

Just to be sure if it doesn’t happen:

Xtool P2 Camera and material high sensor support · LightBurn

Post your wish there as well, might help to not forget about it

[nick222 (nick tab)]

I knew there had to be a way

Starting with an easy shape is a great idea to familiarize yourself with the process.

• Establish t he Home Position: Set the home position in LightBurn at the top left of the 9 dots, similar to Creative Space.
• Position the Work: Use the camera in Creative Space to position your work.
• Note the Coordinates: Record the X and Y coordinates for all pieces.
• Save Your Work: Save your work as an SVG file in a specific folder for easy access.
• Import the SVG File: Open LightBurn and import the saved SVG file.
• Enter the Coordinates: Input the X and Y coordinates from Creative Space.
• Set the Parameters: Check and adjust your power, speed, and other settings.
• Start the Process: Press the Start button.
  

[MetouDesign (Daniel K)]

Ofc it’s possible, just not suitable for a decent workflow, especially when you change things all the time.
For production this isn’t a solution.

If you’re just doing a single project for fun though, sure, this solution is good enough for now.